Aoki knew it.
The difficulty of this mission was greater than the previous Pirate World mission.
The power level within the Soul Reaper World was not to be underestimated in the first place.
And these missions required them to take down all the enemies.
The difficulty had just gone up!
The first task alone was no simple matter.
Defeat Ichigo Kurosaki.
Similar to the Straw Hat Pirates, he was also the Child of Fortune for his entire world.
The difference was.
When they went to the Pirate World,
the members of the Straw Hat crew had not yet grown to their final, powerful state.
Defeating them was easy.
But in the current Soul Reaper World, Yhwach had already emerged.
This proved that Ichigo Kurosaki's power
had also grown to a very advanced, late-stage level.
They would have to be a bit more careful about his strength.
Especially those among the Hokage whose strength was comparatively weaker.
For example, Kakashi.
If he faced Ichigo Kurosaki alone, he probably wouldn't stand much chance of winning.
As for the second and third tasks,
they could essentially be considered the same mission.
Aizen, Yhwach, Genryusai Shigekuni Yamamoto.
These three were all ancient monsters with thousands of years behind them.
They were also the leaders of their respective factions.
Defeating them basically meant defeating three major powers.
It was still like making an enemy of the entire world.
Aoki pondered for a moment.
He then spoke to the others.
"Alright, same as the usual routine.
"Before we set off on the mission,
"let me first give everyone a rundown on this world's knowledge."
As Aoki's words fell,
all the Hokage present quieted down.
They listened attentively to every word Aoki spoke.
After gaining a general understanding of the Soul Reaper World's knowledge,
everyone's expressions turned rather serious.
"To think we have to fight against the very source of the world's power...?"
"This mission is far from simple!"
They all understood perfectly well.
They absolutely could not afford to underestimate the enemy on this mission.
Madara Uchiha looked at the Zanpakutō in his hand.
"The power of Ryujin Jakka..."
"It actually originates from that old man?"
"Not simple at all..."
Once everyone was prepared,
Aoki stood up directly.
"Alright, let's set off then!"
As Aoki finished speaking.
A seven-colored light gate instantly appeared within the Summit Space.
Everyone looked at this gate.
They were already quite familiar with it.
Simply walking through would lead to another world.
Under Aoki's lead.
The Hokages, feeling a slight tension.
Stepped into the seven-colored light gate.
The moment they entered.
The channel between the Chat Group and the Soul Reaper World was also opened.
The figures of the twelve individuals vanished from the Summit Space.
Soul Reaper World.
Soul Society.
A light gate suddenly materialized out of thin air.
Aoki and the others emerged from the light gate.
With their previous experience.
Everyone knew what the first thing to do was.
That's right—it was to claim their ranking rewards.
First, boost their own strength.
Then, dealing with enemies would become much easier!
[Claim Rewards!!]
As everyone confirmed in their hearts.
A multicolored glow instantly enveloped them all.
As the first-place winner.
Aoki instantly gained three items.
Conqueror's Color Haki.
Perfect Ultra Divine Water.
And a Senzu Bean!
Conqueror's Color Haki directly manifested within him.
Outwardly, there seemed to be no change.
However, Aoki could feel deep within his heart.
A transformation as earth-shattering as the heavens and earth turning upside down.
As if a kingly aura, one that could dominate the entire world.
Was now circulating throughout his entire being.
Aoki instantly adapted to this sensation.
He had already unified the entire Ninja World.
As a powerful existence and Hokage.
Conqueror's Color Haki suited him perfectly.
Next, Aoki wasted no time in using the Perfect Ultra Divine Water.
He removed the lid, drank it down.
And immediately felt an intense pain surge through his body!
As if every cell was being mercilessly tortured.
Fortunately, this intense pain came and went quickly.
After just a few seconds.
The side effects completely subsided.
And Aoki could feel.
That all aspects of his physical abilities had been enhanced.
This enhancement was remarkably noticeable.
Whether it was his physical attributes or the amount of Chakra.
Both had increased several times over.
Sensing the boost this power brought him.
Aoki nodded inwardly, thoroughly satisfied.
If nothing else, cultivating this level of strength on his own.
Would have taken considerable time.
As for the Senzu Bean, a life-saving item, he wasn't in a hurry to use it.
He stored it away for the time being.
On the other side.
Naruto also gained two powers.
He felt the new strength emerging within him.
His face lit up with excitement.
He could sense all his senses becoming sharper.
With a slight focus of his mind.
He could even instantly detect movements from far away.
After testing out Observation Haki.
Naruto excitedly opened his eyes.
"This feeling..."
"Is almost as good as the perception of the Byakugan!"
"What a worthwhile reward!"
As for the Marine Six Styles.
He wasn't in a rush to try them out.
The other Hokages.
Didn't undergo any significant changes in strength.
Instead, they first stored away the Senzu Beans they had obtained.
Everyone knew how precious these life-saving tools were.
To be used at the most critical moment.
Only then can it achieve the best effect.
Everyone had exchanged their rewards.
They were now ready to set off!
"Everyone must be careful."
"Never underestimate the enemy."
"This time, our opponents are among the top powerhouses in this world."
"Their strength is no joke."
Aoki warned.
"
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded with utmost seriousness.
After all, they were all Hokage.
As ninjas, they lived lives on the edge of danger.
They had experienced countless battles throughout their lives.
Not underestimating the enemy was something they were fully capable of doing.
This time.
Aoki did not divide everyone into separate groups.
Instead, he decided they would all move together.
He knew that Yhwach and the others were in fixed locations.
They wouldn't wander around aimlessly.
Concentrating their forces and eliminating them swiftly and decisively.
That should be the best choice.
"This is the outskirts of Seireitei, Rukongai..."
"We must quickly reach Seireitei."
"Our mission targets are all there."
Aoki reminded them.
"
Everyone accelerated at high speed, charging toward Seireitei.
Suddenly.
Madara Uchiha noticed something hidden in the roadside bushes.
"What is that?"
"It seems to have been watching us sneakily all along."
He spoke up.
The Hokages turned their gaze in that direction.
Their footsteps involuntarily came to a halt.
At that moment, the presence lurking in the shadows revealed itself.
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